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LJ04 HLU

2004 Triumph Speed Triple 955I

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

27,221 mi
Last recorded27,221 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Speed Triple 955I16,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 HLU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple 955I
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 27,221 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 25,689 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 23,536 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 22,069 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 20,781 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 20,615 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 20,021 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 19,771 miles

drive chain tight

Pass 20 May 2017 19,490 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 21 May 2016 19,185 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 18,847 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

slight bind on rear brake in reverse direction

Fail 6 Jun 2015 18,847 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

slight bind on rear brake in reverse direction

Pass 10 Jun 2014 18,170 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 18,170 miles

Centre Front Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2013 17,529 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 15,115 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 12,348 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 8,414 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 7,744 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 6,531 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple 955I?

Based on 14,779 MOT tests across 1,024 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,024
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 199
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 98
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 48
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
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LJ04 HLU is a 2004 Triumph Speed Triple 955I in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 Triumph Speed Triple 955I models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 16,563 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Speed Triple 955I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 199 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ04 HLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Triple 955I typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple 955I is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ04 HLU registered?

LJ04 HLU is a 2004 Triumph Speed Triple 955I, first registered on 17 March 2004.

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